Crucible Quiz 3

Orthodox

conforming to established standards, conventional

pallor

extreme paleness usually related to the face

paradoxical

something that appears false or contradictory but is actually correct

parochial

limited in range or scope, narrow, provincial

partisan

one who exhibits extreme or possibly blind allegiance to a group or cause

placid

peaceful, calm

predilection

preference

prodigious

extraordinary in bulk, quantity, or degree, great in size, enormous

propriety

correct conduct

prudent

wise and careful about practical matters

quake

to shake from shock or instability

reproach

to blame for something; a disgrace

rescind

to cancel

resurge

to rise again

savory

appetizing

sectarian

a member of a sect that is a faction with extreme beliefs

sublime

exalted, noble, uplifting

trelidation

fear, trembling, agitation

vindictive

revengeful, spiteful

wily

cunning, crafty